Podiatrists located in Williamsburg, Brooklyn
If you’re noticing a bony bump at the base of your big toe or your foot feels sore and cramped in most shoes, you may be dealing with a bunion. At Fit Feet Podiatry in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, we help people every day who are tired of living with foot pain. Bunions can make walking difficult, limit your footwear options, and even impact your confidence. Our goal is to help you feel better, move more comfortably, and prevent the condition from getting worse.
Whether your bunion just started forming or it’s been bothering you for years, our team is here to provide personalized, non-judgmental care. We understand that bunions affect your life in many ways, and we’re here to listen and help.
A bunion is a misalignment of the joint at the base of the big toe. Over time, this joint becomes enlarged, inflamed, and painful. The big toe may start to lean toward the second toe, which can lead to crowding, corns, and more joint damage.
You may have developed a bunion due to genetics, arthritis, or from years of wearing narrow or tight-fitting shoes. No matter the cause, it’s a condition that usually worsens without treatment.
Not all bunions are painful, but they can gradually interfere with your daily life. It’s time to schedule a visit with a bunion specialist if you are experiencing any of the following:
A visible bump on the side of your big toe joint
Pain, swelling, or redness around the joint
Discomfort while wearing shoes
Limited range of motion in your big toe
Shifting of your big toe toward your other toes
A feeling of instability or change in your gait
At Fit Feet Podiatry in Williamsburg, we take a full health and foot history, perform a hands-on exam, and, if necessary, take imaging to determine the severity of your bunion and the best treatment approach.
Every foot is different, which means every bunion is too. As a trusted bunion doctor, our job is to recommend the most effective treatment based on your symptoms and goals.
We always start with conservative treatments whenever possible. These may include:
Custom orthotics to improve foot alignment and reduce pressure
Shoe recommendations to provide space and support
Bunion pads or spacers to reduce friction
Anti-inflammatory medications or topical relief
Stretching exercises to maintain mobility and reduce stiffness
These options are ideal for patients in the early to moderate stages of bunion development or for those who want to avoid surgery.
If conservative treatments don’t relieve your symptoms or if your bunion is severely affecting your daily life, we may recommend surgical correction. Bunion surgery (bunionectomy) is designed to:
Remove the bony bump
Realign the joint
Restore proper toe function
Our bunion specialist will explain the surgical process in detail, including what to expect before, during, and after the procedure. We use modern techniques to promote faster healing and reduce discomfort.
At Fit Feet Podiatry, we take the time to understand you and your concerns. Patients across Williamsburg and greater Brooklyn choose us because we offer:
One-on-one attention in a welcoming environment
Detailed evaluations and personalized treatment plans
Conservative and surgical options tailored to your needs
A podiatrist who listens and explains things clearly
Continued support and follow-up to monitor your progress
We’ve helped countless patients find relief from bunions, from young professionals who want to get back to the gym to older adults who just want to enjoy a walk through the neighborhood without pain.
Even if your bunion isn’t painful now, it’s important to manage it early to avoid future complications. We recommend:
Wearing shoes with a wide toe box and proper support
Avoiding high heels or tight footwear
Using orthotics or bunion pads as needed
Keeping your weight in a healthy range to reduce pressure on your feet
Stretching and exercising your feet regularly
Our team will work with you to build a prevention plan that works with your lifestyle.
If you’ve been living with bunion pain or hiding your feet because of discomfort or appearance, now is the time to get help. At Fit Feet Podiatry, we make it easy to start the conversation and find the care you need.
Call our Williamsburg office today or book your appointment online. Our bunion podiatrist is here to help you walk with confidence and feel better every step of the way.
A bunion is a painful, bony bump that develops on the joint at the base of your big toe. Bunions occur if one or more bones in the front portion of your foot become misaligned, causing your big toe to pull forward and put pressure on your smaller toes. Ultimately, this causes the joint at the bottom of your big toe to push outward, leading to stiffness, swelling, and redness.
Bunions develop for a variety of reasons. Sometimes, they’re the result of wearing tight or ill-fitting shoes with a small toe box. Other times, they occur as a result of a foot deformity or a chronic medical condition such as osteoarthritis.
The symptoms associated with bunions depend on their size, location, and the underlying cause. However, telltale signs include:
As a bunion progresses, you might also have difficulty finding a pair of shoes that fit comfortably over the bunion, or you might develop hammertoe.
To diagnose bunions, Dr. Stepensky at Fit Feet Podiatry physically examines your foot, asks you questions about the symptoms you’re experiencing, and takes a series of orthopedic X-rays. He might also ask you to stand up, sit down, and walk around the exam room so he can monitor your gait and posture.
Whenever possible, Dr. Stepensky uses conservative, integrative treatments to relieve bunion pain. If your bunion isn’t interfering with your mobility, he might recommend wearing a different pair of shoes with a wider toe box and additional padding. On the other hand, if your bunion causes you pain, custom orthotics or cortisone injections might be necessary.
If your pain persists for months at a time with little or no relief even after conservative measures of care, surgical intervention may be necessary. Dr. Stepensky offers minimally invasive bunionectomy procedures using arthroscopy and endoscopy to relieve swelling, ease pain, and improve your mobility.
If bunions are preventing you from participating in your favorite activities, make an appointment at Fit Feet Podiatry today–call the office or click the online booking tool to begin.
